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escape competitive comparison

The
Ford Escape vs. Honda CR-V

Competitive
Comparison

2018
Ford Escape

2018 Honda CR-V

Performance

The Ford Escape is one of the most engaging small SUVs to drive, possessing sharp steering and responsive handling that evokes the fun-to-drive Focus compact sedan. Its turbocharged engines also feel more energetic than the CR-V's, and you will also appreciate the controlled ride. The Escape is one of the most agile compact SUVs. It tackles corners easily and has excellent balance, and responsive steering.

Its base configuration, the Escape comes with a 168-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder. Most drivers will prefer to move up to the 179-horespower turbocharged 1.5-liter engine, which offers better acceleration. A 245-horsepwer turbocharged 2.0-liter is at the top of the pack.

Towing

The CR-V only has a maximum towing capacity of 1,500 pounds. Whereas the Escape can tow 3,500 pounds with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine.

The Escape provides spacious and comfortable seating for five passengers. Cloth upholstery is standard, but leather is also available. Critics were impressed with the upscale interior. The cabin has excellent noise reduction and is adorned with quality, soft-touch materials.

The Escape has lower prices and more options, while the CR-V includes more standard equipment and no options.

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